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Level 1
Bricklaying | City & Guilds Certificate in Bricklaying | Level 1
COURSE OVERVIEW
Bricklayers are currently in high demand and are well paid. This fun and exciting course will give you the skills and knowledge you will need to start your career as a bricklayer and prepare you for employment in the industry. The course is taught by industry-experienced tradespeople in our Centre of Excellence for Brickwork and our facilities simulate real work environments. Based in our newly refurbished workshops, our expert teachers will give you the confidence to work as part of a team and on your own.
- Purpose-built construction and engineering centre
- Highly experienced and qualified staff
- Facilities simulate real work environments
- Opportunities for work experience
FURTHER INFORMATION
To start at Level 1, you should have at least two GCSEs at grade 2 (F) or above, preferably including English and maths. If you do not have the required entry grades you may be suited to an Inclusion Pathfinders course.
After successful completion of your Level 1 move to Level 2.
Future careers include:
- Bricklayer
- Foreperson / supervisor
- Construction management
- Self-employed builder / business person
You will be assessed throughout your course via practical activity observations, academic coursework and industry placements. Assessments are based around ‘real-life’ projects and industry or workplace scenarios including work experience. Your final grade will be awarded as pass, merit or distinction.